REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS / \ / \

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1 _0m_o_,_ /kl,_lle.r_lg 240EdwardsStreet,SE C_eveJa_o. Tennessee 373_1 Tel: Fax: REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS / \ / \ / LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE OWNER Important to installer: Remove the door from all discarded appliances such as refrigerators to avoid the danger of a child suffocating should he she crawl inside and the door be shut. This contains information of interes to the owner. After the appliance as been properly installed, LEAVE THE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE OWNER.

2 240EdwardsStreet,SE Cleveland. Tennessee37311 Tel: Fax: A READ THIS BEFORE YOU START... TOOLS needed for Installation cutting knife slip joint pliers (Dispenser,'vladels) level adjustable wrench (Dispenser Models) screwddver-flatblade (slotted) screwddver-crosshead (phiilips) teflon tape (Dispenser Modets) UNCRATING 1. Lay the appliance on back. 2. Remove the bottom cap by cutting the band and pulling the cap away. 3. Remove the crate base by removing four (4) bolts. 4. Discard the crate base. 5. Return the appliance to an upright position. 6. Lift the carton up and off. NOTE: If using a hand truck to move the refrigerator, and the handles were preinstalled at the factory, make sure you NEVER PLACE THE STRAP OVER THE HANDLES. Avoid overtightening the strap to prevent misaligning the doors. 7. Remove all exterior and interior tape carefully; retain old tape. Make a small pad of this tape to pick off any remaining tape residues. This will eliminate the need to use dangerous solvents of any kind. 8. If so equipped, remove and discard cantilever shelf packing clips located just above each shelf where it hooked onto the frame. To remove a clip. wiggle sideways and pull straight out.

3 ...,hldly,,r lg 2zOEdvvarasStreet,SE C;eveiand. Tennessee 2737; Tei:423-,t Fax: Two (2) stabilizing legs can be found in the refrigerator compartment. These legs should be installed into the two (2) holes where the crate base screws were located. After the wheel height adjustments are made, the stabilizing legs can be lowered to touch the floor to prevent the refrigerator from moving. NOTE: Should it be necessary to remove the doors for installation purposes, see Door Removal section. In addition, hinges can be removed if necessary. Care MUST be taken since the water and electrical lines will need to be disconnected on those models with ice and water fountains, both can be disconnected just behind the hinge.

4 2,_(_EdwarasS_ree_SE C_eveiaod, Tennessee37371 Tel:423-a '=ax:,_ ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS OBSERVE ALL NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODES AND LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCES ELECTRICAL SERVICE VOLTS, 60 HZ ONLY A 120 VOLT, 60 HZ, 15 ampere fused electrical supply is required. An individual branch (or separate circuit serving only this appliance is recommended). DO NOT USE EXTEN- SION CORD unless it meets all requirements as outlined for grounding, polarizing (3-wire) and capacity. Wire size should be at least No. 14. BEFORE PLUGGING IN POWER CORD, OPERATING OR TESTING, follow grounding instructions in Grounding Section. GROUNDING VOLTS, 60 HZ IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING - To prevent unnecessary risk of fire, electrical shock or personal injury, all wiring and grounding must be done in accordance with National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances. It is the personal responsibility and obligation of the appliance owner to provide adequate electrical service for this appliance. ELECTRICAL GROUND IS REQUIRED ON THIS APPLIANCE GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3-prong grounding plug. For your safety, this cord must be plugged into a mating 3-prong type wall receptacle which is properly wired, grounded, and polarized. If a mating wall receptacle is not available, contact a qualified electrician to have the wall receptacle replaced. If there is any question, local building officials or electrical utility should be consulted. DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, REMOVE THE ROUND GROUNDING PRONG FROM POWER SUPPLY CORD.

5 2_0EdwardsStreet.SE C',eveiand. Tennessee 3731! Tel:_23-a Fax: B WATER CONNECTION For those models without an Ice Maker. Most models are designed so an automatic Ice Maker can be easily installed. The ice Maker kits come with installation instructions, water connection instructions and other information concerning the ice maker operation. For those models with Ice Maker. To locate water valve: Remove the center screw from the right end of the black fiber panel that covers the machine compartment and fold back the perforated flap. Save the screw for later reinstallation as this flap is required for proper and safe operation of the refrigerator. To connect water: All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements. A copper tubing (1/4" O.D.) and saddle valve can be purchased from local hardware stores. Sweat or flare connection can be used instead of the compression union, if desired. Do not use plastic tubing or plastic fittings because the connection between the water supply and the refrigerator water valve inlet is under constant pressure. Also, certain types of plastic tubing may become brittle with age and crack, resulting in water leakage. NOTE: When using unfiltered well water, it is advisable to use a filter in the water supply line. This eliminates all possibility of small particles from entering the water valve. The water line should be installed on an active water line. (Example: the kitchen sink). 1. Find a 3/8 _ to 1" vertical COLD water pipe near the refrigerator. Water pressure must be between 20 and 120 P.S.I. Vertical pipe is preferable, but a horizontal pipe will work. If a horizontal pipe is used. install the saddle valve on the top or the side of the pipe, not on the bottom..turn OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY. 2. Install the saddle valve according to manufacturer's instructions included with the valve. m

6 240EdwarGs Stree',.SE C_aveJand. Tennessee,3751 Tel: ,':-ax: 423-,4, "4 3. Route the copper tubing through the floor, wall or sink cabinet to the saddle valve location. Form the excess tubing into a large loop. -.\ "!!.

7 24QEdwardsStreet.SE Cleveland, Tennessee Tei:423-,q Fax:_23-47_-_7_8 C This allows movement for the refrigerator without disconnecting the tubing. methods are shown below. Other routing 4. Slide the brass nut and sleeve onto the 1/4" copper tubing. Insert the end of the tubing into the saddle valve as far as it will go and tighten the nut with an adjustable wrench. f Cold Water Line / PipeClamps e'/ Brass Nut Shut-off Valve Manual _p er Tubing ConnectingWaterLineTo SaddleValve 5. Turn ON the main water supply and flush out the water pipe until water runs clear. At the same time, check for leaks at the saddle valve. After the water has cleared, flush out the tubing from the saddle valve to the water valve into a bucket by turning the saddle valve on. When the water has cleared, turn off the saddle valve. 6. Remove the small bag of parts from the inside of the crisper drawer. 7. Working at the rear of the cabinet, remove the protective cap from the water valve inlet. 8. Slide the brass nut and sleeve onto the copper tubing. Insert the end of the tubing into the water valve inlet as far as it will go and tighten the nut with an adjustable wrench.

8 C_s,0mer_o_,co A4A]C"_IG 240EdwardsStreet,SE C[aveiane, Tennessee37211 TeJ: Fax:_ SecureWaterSuoply i t/i Line With CZamo And i.._._ Screw As Shown _" Nut,I " SIeev_l_ I i 9. Secure the water supply line clamp with the screw as shown. 10. Turn on the saddle valve. Tighten any connections that leak. 11. Reinstall the fiber panel and secure with the screws removed and saved earlier. 12. Plug in the power cord and push the refrigerator to the wall arranging the copper tubing so that it does not vibrate against the back of the refrigerator or against the wall. IMPORTANT: Because the refrigerator and ice maker are warm, it may take up to 12 hours before the ice maker produces the first supply of ice cubes. SIDE-BY-SIDE TOP MOUNT lii " =i _ I i( 1 i,.2 ill:: 7hfoue_,_n w_la rz 7r-e

9 240EdwardsStree,,.SE CleveJana. Tennessee272_ TeL_ J 4 Fax: GENERAL INFORMATION IMPORTANT! Proper operation of your new refrigerator can be found in the User's Guide. Please review carefully before you use it. LOCATION I. Select a location for your new refrigerator away from any heat sources. Allow a free flow of air through the from base grille. 2. Your model should NOT be installed where the temperature will go below 55 degrees F because it will not run frequently enough to maintain proper temperature in the freezer. 3, Fore ease of installation, you should leave a space of about one-half inch between your refrigerator and adjacent wails or cabinets. LEVELING To enhance its appearance and maintain efficient performance, your refrigerator should be level. The front wheels were adjusted at the factory so the cabinet would be level. However, jarring in transit, or standing the refrigerator on an uneven floor may cause the cabinet to appear unlevel. If leveling is necessary, remove the base grille; then raise the stabilizing legs to clear the floor. Adjust the wheels with a screwdriver as shown below. Tilt refrigerator back just enough to allow easy turning of the adjusting screws. 0 * leveling lega are used in piece of Turn clockwise to! Theseleveling raise the cabinet cur- legs are Iocated beneath each front nerandcaunterc[ock- comerto ensure the refrigerator wise to lower cabinet sita firmly on the floor, and ia level. Comer. Turn the leveling leg clockwise to raise the cabinet or counterclockwise to Iowerthe cabinet. I se_=j TOPMOUNT TOPMOUNT Turncounterclockwise toraisethe cabinetcornerandclockwiseto lowercabinetcome[ Special Note: On some models, SIDE-BY-SIDE After leveling, turn the stabilizing legs down untit they make contact with the floor. For all models: If the floor is not level and it is necessary to raise the rear of the cabinet, we suggest rolling the rear wheels onto a piece of plywood or other shim material.

10 c_t_._r3`_,i_ 21/,][_, _ INSTALL HANDLES T 1. To install the door handles on those models shipped without them, first remove the screw from the end cap on the fresh food door. NOTE: not all units have a lower trim piece. 2. Slide the door trim down on the fresh food door, exposing the trim support bracket screws. Remove this screw and retain it as you will need to reinstall it shortly. 3. Slip the handle onto the door and align the screw holes. Install the handle using the two (2) cross head screws included in the customer package. Now reinstall the support bracket screw through the handle and trim support bracket using either a cross head or socket driver. Make sure the door handle assembly is outside of the trim support bracket. 4. Slide the trim back snug against the handle and reinstall the end cap. 5. The hand and trim for the freezer door is one piece. Slip this assembly over the freezer door so the screw holes align. NOTE: The handle portion of the assembly must be on the bottom of the freezer door. 6. Install two (2) screws through the door handle to the bottom of the door. 7. Install a screw through the metal handle frame at the top of the door. 8. Slide the trim piece down onto the trim bracket. 9. Place the trim cap on the top of the door, and secure it with a screw

11 240 EdwarasS[ree[,$E C;evelar4.Tennessee37311 Te: Fax: REVERSING DOORS Door reversal is NOT possible on those models that have a built-in ice and water fountain. However, if door removal becomes necessary, please see the note in Step 9. Unplug Refrigerator. compartment. If unit is in use, remove food from fresh food compartment and freezer REMOVING DOORS 1. If so equipped, remove the hinge cover from top of the freezer door by removing screw, or snapping off. 2. Remove three (3) screws from the hinge. 3. Lift the hinge off of the cabinet. 4. Open the freezer door, pivot and lift the door off of the center hinge pin. NOTE: Keep track at all times the number and the position of all spacers and pads when removing them from doors. 5. Remove center hinge pin using a 5/16" wrench. i

12 Co 0 +r++r /l'l,dl 240EdwardsStreet.SE C;aveiand, Tennessee37311 Tei: Fax: Open the refrigerator door slightly, and tilt the top to clear the center hinge. Lift the door off the lower hinge pin and place it aside for now. 7. Remove the center hinge by removing two (2) screws using a 5/16" socket wrench. 8. Remove screws from opposite side of the cabinet, using a Torx-T25 drive. =:: o o S 9. Turn the center hinge over and reinstall on the left side of cabinet using the same screws you just removed from the center hinge. Reinstall the screws that were used on the opposite side. NOTE: If door removal is necessary on those models with an ice and water fountain, use care in removing the water and electrical lines from the hinge by pulling the water line first followed by the electrical wires. REVERSING FREEZER DOOR t0. Take the freezer door and remove screw from the trim cap on the top of the door. 11. Remove the screw holding metal handle bracket at the top of the door. t2. Remove two (2) screws holding handle to bottom of door. Handle and trim should be completely removed from freezer door. 13. With a putty knife, pry off the plugs on the left side of the top of the door. Take care not to damage them or the door. 14. Put the plugs into exposed holes on the right hand side of the freezer door. These would be the holes from which the screws were removed.

13 2_0EdwardsStree'.,SE CEevelano. Tennessee37311 Tei:4, Fax:_23--t78-67;0 1 _.i 15. Remove the door stop (if so equipped) on bottom edge of the hinge side and reinstall on opposite side in the original handle holes. 16. Now move the handle and all of the parts to the oppostte end of the freezer door and reinstall by reversing steps above. NOTE: Make sure the spacer pad is in the proper position. Slide the trim over the metal bracket and black gasket which is positioned under the metal bracket.

14 Cus_c,,+rer 2ernce Jl_J_'_l_ Z_OEcwar_sStreet. SE C',eve!an&Tennessee37311 Tel: Fax:_ REVERSING REFRIGERATOR DOOR 17. Remove the lower grille by grasping it with both hands and pulling it forward. lg. With grille now removed, you have access to the bottom hinge. 19. Remove the bottom hinge using a 5/16" wrench. Install it on the opposite side of the cabinet using the same screws. 20. Now take the refrigerator door and remove the screw from the trim cap located on the bottom of the door. 21. Slide the trim down on the meta/door bracket. 22. Remove the screw holding metal bracket at the bottom of the door, and the center of the door, just underneath the handle. 23. Remove the two (2) screws holding the handle to the top of the door. 24. Now remove the plugs from opposite side of door at the top and center. Take the same caution in removal as you did for the freezer door. 25. Remove the two (2) screws securing the door stop. Reinstall on the opposite side.

15 2_0EdwardsS[rem.SE C]evelan&Tennessee2731; Tei:423.a Fax: Just as you did for the freezer door, move all of the handle and trim parts to the opposite side of the refrigerator door and reinstall. This is done by reversing the steps as you did for " the freezer door. NOTE: Care must once again be taken to make sure all spacer pads are returned to their proper position. 27. Reinstall the plugs into the screw holes exposed on the right hand side of the door. 28. Reinstall the refrigerator door. Lower the refrigerator door so the socket on the bottom fits onto the pin on bottom hinge bracket. Be sure washer is in place. Tilt the door towards the cabinet and gently push door under center hinge bracket and align with the hole in the center hinge bracket. Reinstall hinge pin with 5/16 _ socket and ratchet so it extends through the hole in the center hinge bracket on top of the refrigerator door. Loosen the screws on the lower hinge and grille mounting brackets. Adjust the lower hinge left or fight to align the reffigerator door. Tighten the screws on the hinge. Install the grille. 29. Reinstall the freezer door. Lower the freezer door so the socket on the bottom fits onto the center hinge pin. Be sure the washer is in place. Close the door. The gasket should hold it in place. Install the top hinge so the pin fits into the socket on top of the door. Tighten the top hinge screws after supporting the door on the handle side and aligning so the gap between the door is even all across the front. 30. Examine the door gasket all around each door, making sure no gaps are visible between the gasket and cabinet. If a gap shows, try stretching the gasket away from the door. The magnet will contact the cabinet surface.

16 Z40 EdwarasStreet. SE C;eveJand,Tennessee37311 Te}:423.,2.' 72-3,333 Fax:423-,I' SIDE-BY-SIDE DOOR REMOVAL UNPLUG THE REFRIGERATOR. If unit is in use, remove food from the fresh food compartment and freezer compartment. REMOVING FREEZER DOOR 1. Remove the grille from the bottom of the refrigerator by pulling out at the bottom of grille to disengage. 2. From behind the hinge on the freezer side, disconnect the water line and electrical connection at the disconnect block if the unit has an ice and water fountain 3. Remove the hinge cover from the top of the freezer door hinge by removing screws. 4. Remove three (3) screws from the hinge.

17 7-40EdwarasStreet,SE Cieveiana. Tennessee37311 Tei: Fax: t0 5. At the bottom hinge, pull the water line first and then the wires through opening in the refrigerator frame. 6. With assistance from someone else to support the freezer door, remove the bottom hinge. 7. Tilt the freezer door forward and pull away. NOTE: Use extreme care as the hinge will remain attached to the water line and wires on those units having an ice and water fountain. REMOVING REFRIGERATOR DOOR 1. Remove the hinge cover from the top of refrigerator door hinge by removing screw. 2. Remove three (3) screws from the hinge. 3. Tilt the refrigerator door forward and lift the door off of the bottom hinge. 4. If it is necessary to remove the bottom hinge, use a 5/16" wrench. To reinstall both doors just reverse steps above. Be sure to properly realign both doors so they will be even with each other and easy to open and close.

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